Shloka 1.58.23

त्रिशङ्कुशापः — Trishanku’s Curse and Appeal to Viśvāmitra

Devanagari script

तस्य मे परमार्तस्य प्रसादमभिकाङ्क्षत:।।।।कर्तुमर्हसि भद्रं ते दैवोपहतकर्मण:।

Transliteration

tasya me paramārtasya prasādam abhikāṅkṣataḥ | kartum arhasi bhadraṃ te daivopahatakarmaṇaḥ ||

Translation

Therefore, for me—deeply afflicted and longing for your favor—whose endeavors have been struck down by destiny, it is fitting that you grant grace. Blessings to you.

Context

My merits have been destroyed by destiny. Deeply afflicted, I crave a favour from you. You are fit to grant it. Wish you well!

Characters & Entities

• Triśaṅku
• Viśvāmitra
• daiva (destiny)
• prasāda (grace)

FAQs

What is the core ethical principle (Dharma) in this verse?

Seeking help from the righteous through respectful petition is presented as a legitimate path when one is afflicted; dharma includes compassion and the granting of appropriate aid by the capable.

What is the narrative situation?

Triśaṅku formally requests Viśvāmitra’s intervention, framing himself as crushed by destiny and in need of the sage’s favor.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Supplication with courtesy—he asks for help while offering blessings and acknowledging the sage’s authority.